A&M International's Dance Team Seeks New Members

Texas A&M International University's fledging dance
team, the High Twisters, is looking for a few high-spirited,
energetic students to join their ranks.

The dance team, which was established in October of
1997, will hold auditions in April, said High Twisters
sponsor Araceli S. Rangel.

"We currently have fourteen talented A&M International
students on the team but would welcome the addition
of new members," said Rangel.

A&M International students who wish to audition
for the dance team must meet the following qualifications:
be currently enrolled at A&M International at least
half-time, have 1 year of varsity cheerleading or dance
experience, and must not have been professional dancers.

Students who are accepted into the High Twisters Dance
Team must pay a membership fee of $10 per month, perform
10 hours of community service each semester, and participate
in monthly fundraising activities.

The High Twisters made their debut performance last
November during the University's annual Dusty Fun Run
and Walk. The dance team performed during the halftime
show of a United High School basketball game and participated
in the Washington's Birthday Youth Parade. The High
Twisters also assisted at the Laredo College Night,
the Azteca Halloween Carnival, the H-E-B Thanksgiving
Feast of Sharing, and the University's Orientation
Program.

The High Twisters have also participated in a number
of community service projects. In December, the team
sponsored an "Angel Tree" project and collected
Christmas presents for pre-kinder students from United
DD Hachar Elementary School and JC Martin Elementary
School.

University students who wish to audition for the A&M
International High Twisters Dance Team should contact
dance team sponsor Araceli S. Rangel at 326-2225.

University office hours are from 8 .m. - 5 p.m. Monday
through Friday.

Journalists who need additional information or help with media requests and interviews should contact the Office of Public Affairs and Information Services at pais@tamiu.edu